For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,106 students in 07524, NJ.
The top ranked public schools in 07524, NJ are School 18 and School 10. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 07524 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 18% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 07524, NJ have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public school average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 07524, NJ Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
School 18
(Math: 10% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
51 E 18th Street
Paterson, NJ 07524
(973) 321-0180
Paterson, NJ 07524
(973) 321-0180
Grades: 1-8
| 651 students
Rank: #22.
School 10
(Math: 2% | Reading: 6%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
48 Mercer Street
Paterson, NJ 07524
(973) 321-0100
Paterson, NJ 07524
(973) 321-0100
Grades: K-8
| 455 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 07524, NJ?
How many public schools are located in 07524?
2 public schools are located in 07524.
What is the racial composition of students in 07524?
07524 public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public schools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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